After her memorable appearance at the Oscars last year, Bollywood sensation Deepika Padukone is gearing up to grace the stage at the upcoming BAFTA Awards. Set to take place on Sunday, February 18, the event will see Padukone among a star-studded lineup of presenters, including David Beckham, Cate Blanchett, and Dua Lipa, as reported by Variety.
The BAFTA Film Awards are scheduled to take place on Sunday night at the Royal Festival Hall in London, promising a glamorous affair. This year's nominees include Phoebe Dynevor, Ayo Edebiri, Jacob Elordi, Mia McKenna-Bruce, and Sophie Wilde.
Star-Studded Lineup of Presenters
While the specific award categories for each presenter have yet to be confirmed, former winners Emma Mackay and Jack O’Connell will be handing out the Rising Star Award. Notable personalities such as Bridgerton actor Adjoa Andoh, Hugh Grant, Lily Collins from Emily in Paris, and The Crown stars Emma Corrin and Gillian Anderson will also be in attendance, alongside Himesh Patel and Idris Elba.
Deepika Padukone's Memorable Moments at Global Stage
Deepika Padukone is no stranger to representing India on the global stage. She has achieved significant milestones on numerous international platforms, including being the sole Indian on the Cannes Jury, revealing the FIFA World Cup trophy, and becoming the inaugural ambassador for prestigious luxury brands.
In 2023, Deepika Padukone marked her Academy Awards debut by presenting the Naatu Naatu performance at the 95th Academy Awards, leaving a lasting impression.
More About BAFTA Film Awards
The highly anticipated BAFTA Film Awards will broadcast live in the UK on the BBC and iPlayer, with streaming available in the US and other regions on the Britbox platform. Attendees, including luminaries like Barry Keoghan, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Cillian Murphy, and esteemed directors such as Greta Gerwig and Christopher Nolan, are set to make the evening a memorable celebration of cinematic excellence.
In addition to the star-studded affair, Lionsgate Play will be streaming the BAFTA Film Awards 2024 live on February 19 from 1:30 AM IST onwards, ensuring that film enthusiasts around the globe can partake in the excitement of the prestigious event.